Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist

Speech-Language Pathologist Top 10% in Pediatrics (Speech-Language Pathology)Full-Time

Compensation

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 1mo ago · Verified live

Job Description

PTN welcomes therapists with any level of experience who have a strong interest in providing therapeutic support in the home and community setting. We are looking for therapists who are comfortable working in a playful and family friendly manner with young children in diverse settings, and who value opportunities for teaming, collaboration, and co-treating.

Position Requirements

  • Education: Degree in speech-language pathology from an accredited program
  • Licenses: Active IL SLP license in good standing
  • Certification: Early Intervention Certification or willingness to obtain (PTN will assist with this process)
  • Transportation: This is a travel position so a car is essential for the role

Benefits Package

Full-time, salaried position

Flexible-Friday Schedule

  • Insurance coverage including: health, dental, vision, short-term disability, life, and professional liability
  • 401k option
  • National association membership dues
  • Continuing education allowance
  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Highly structured mentoring program
  • Electronic medical records system through iPad connected to PTN data plan
  • A supportive, collaborative, & inclusive work environment

Key Responsibilities

Provide therapeutic support to young children in home and community settings. Engage in collaborative teaming and co-treating with other professionals.

Requirements

Requires a degree in speech-language pathology and an active Illinois SLP license. Candidates must have a car for travel and either hold or be willing to obtain Early Intervention Certification.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Pediatric therapyHome-based therapyCommunity-based therapy

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist at Pediatric Therapy Network Chicago a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% in Pediatrics (Speech-Language Pathology) — ranked against 637 active Pediatrics (Speech-Language Pathology) listings on WeekdayDoc.

Pediatrics — Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context

Of the 50 active Pediatrics listings this role was benchmarked against, 6% are remote, 76% have no call, 78% require no weekends.

Pediatrics pay on WeekdayDoc is down 4.4% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

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401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Loan repayment
12%
Sign-on bonus
8%
PSLF eligible
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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 7.2
Among the top 10% of 637 Pediatrics (Speech-Language Pathology) listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10. Shaded area = share of comparable listings scoring below this one.

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About Pediatric Therapy Network Chicago

Hospitals and Health Care
Chicago, IL
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Life Insurance
Professional Liability Insurance
401k Option
National Association Membership Dues